This is the fully electric body-on-frame SUV Jeep has been hinting at for years.
Interest in vehicles like this has cooled, and federal EV tax credits have largely disappeared, so Jeep is betting on performance. The starting price lands around $67,000.
The Recon delivers 650 hp and 457 lb-ft of torque, pushing the SUV from zero to 60 mph in about 3.6 seconds in Sport mode. That kind of speed isn’t usually the top priority for Jeep loyalists, but it’s hard not to be impressed.
Its wheelbase measures 112.6 inches, shorter than both the Grand Cherokee and the Wrangler Unlimited, though overall length is similar—just a touch shorter than the former and slightly longer than the four-door Wrangler. Ground clearance comes in at 9.3 inches, and the Moab trim rides on 33-inch off-road tires.
A 100-kWh battery is good for up to about 250 miles of range. With the SUV’s blocky profile and big tires, efficiency clearly wasn’t the main focus. It’ll also be interesting to see how the range changes with the doors removed—thankfully, you don’t need any tools to take them off.
The Selec-Terrain system offers five drive modes for various surfaces, while the Moab version adds a sixth mode tailored for rocky trails. The rear differential can be locked, though the front stays open.
Inside, the Recon feels far more modern and upscale than a Wrangler. Even the base model includes a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a 14.5-inch horizontal touchscreen running UConnect 5. Jeep also integrates the Trails Offroad app with detailed routes across the U.S. and Canada, plus a Dynamic Range Mapping feature to help plan charging stops on longer trips.
The Recon is undeniably appealing and tech-forward, but its high price raises questions. For much less money, buyers can step into a Wrangler Rubicon or the hybrid Wrangler Rubicon 4xe—both of which may make more sense for shoppers who want serious off-road capability without committing to a fully electric platform.